New Orleans mayor indicted on fraud charges linked to affair with bodyguard
LaToya Cantrell is accused of ‘defrauding’ city, paying Jeffrey Vappie as if he were on duty while on trips and trysts., LaToya Cantrell is accused of ‘defrauding’ the city, paying Jeffrey Vappie as if he were on duty while on trips and trysts. The mayor of New Orleans has beenContinue Reading
UK to prosecute 60 more people for backing banned Palestine Action group
Since the controversial ban on July 7, more than 700 people have been detained at peaceful protests., Since the controversial ban on July 7, more than 700 people have been detained at peaceful protests. London’s Metropolitan Police say at least 60 people will face prosecution for “showing support” for PalestineContinue Reading
Mini Floating Panel Extension Adds Sought-After Features
Indicators are now accessible A new version of the nifty Floating Mini Panel GNOME Shell extension is available, and adds the sought-after ability to show/hide indicator and applet icons. To recap this add-on for those unfamiliar, Floating Mini Panel turns the GNOME Top Bar (the panel at the top ofContinue Reading
Netflix’s ‘Boots’ Marches Into Fall TV Lineup With Coming-Out Story Set in the Military
Netflix’s upcoming series Boots , a heartfelt and irreverent coming-of-age drama set against the rigid backdrop of the U.S. Marine Corps in 1990, is finally marching toward its premiere. The show, inspired by Greg Cope White’s memoir The Pink Marine, stars 13 Reasons Why alum Miles Heizer as a closetedContinue Reading
Where Do the Kurdish Militias Go From Here?
In the dusty, dry town of Hasakeh, eastern Syria, commander Rohlat Afrin welcomes her visitors from behind a grey metal gate surrounding Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) military headquarters. Inside are lawns; not big, but green, neatly mowed, shaded by trees and without any of the litter that dominates the roadsidesContinue Reading
Which Way, Western Wuss?
Once upon a time, six bros threatened me on the hard streets of Sarasota. I was a college stripling crossing their path, and they performed male rage for each other by pretending I didn’t get out of their way. I snorted, and one of them called me the F-slur andContinue Reading
Born behind barbed wire, Japanese American marks WWII end 80 years on | REUTERS
In the run-up to the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, a Japanese American veteran reflects on a life shaped by some of the 20th century’s darkest chapters. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #WWII #Japanese #American #veteran 👉 Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/reuterssubscribe Keep up with the latest news from around theContinue Reading
Delaying Even More Coal, Gas Plant Closures Could Cost Ratepayers Billions
Americans could be paying nearly $6 billion extra a year in energy bills if the The Traitor administration continues to keep power plants operating past their retirement dates, according to a new report. By Carrie Klein In May, the U.S. Department of Energy ordered Michigan’s Campbell coal plant to stayContinue Reading
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson Tells The Traitor to Stay Out; Decries Authoritarianism, War on Poor People
Traitor 47 says his takeover of policing in Washington, D.C., will serve as an example of policies he hopes to enact in other major U.S. cities, including New York, Los Angeles and Chicago. All the cities on his target list are led by Black mayors, and most have “sanctuary” policiesContinue Reading
VAMO proposes an alternative to architectural permanence
The International Architecture Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia holds up a mirror to the industry — not only reflecting current priorities and preoccupations, but also projecting an agenda for what might be possible. Curated by Carlo Ratti, MIT professor of practice of urban technologies and planning, this year’s exhibition (“Intelligens. Natural.Continue Reading
Why Europe needs more ammunition | DW News
Since Russia’s war on Ukraine, Europeans have scrambled to build up defense capability. Swedish startup SWEBAL is setting up a plant to produce TNT. We speak to CEO and co-founder of SWEBAL, Joakim Sjoblom. Note: The correct pronunciation of Mr. Sjöblom’s company is Sweden Ballistics also known as SWEBAL. #dwbusinessContinue Reading
UK government turns to TikTokers to advise on cosmetic surgery abroad | BBC News
The UK government is partnering with TikTok influencers to warn people about the risks of travelling abroad for cosmetic procedures. There’s growing concern over the rise in Britons seeking overseas treatments such as hair implants and dental work, often lured by lower costs and shorter waiting times. Medical content creatorsContinue Reading
Several people injured after train collides with car in Denmark, local officials say
The extent of the injuries is still unclear, but photos from the scene show derailed and overturned carriages.Continue Reading